An elongate bedrock ridge eroded by a glacier parallel to the direction of glacier movement is called a(n)
A) horn.
B) arete.
C) cirque.
D) roche moutonee.
Answer: D
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A. matter, energy, or both, are constantly changing their position, amounts, or form. B. the first law of thermodynamics does not apply. C. water molecules are constantly increasing in speed over time. D. motion causes the matter within the system to contain less energy than it would have contained when sitting still.
The Intermontane physiographic province has which of the following characteristics?
A) Low, rolling hills B) Many fertile swamps and marshes C) Steep canyons, mesas and buttes D) Widespread volcanism and tectonic uplift
Compared to the speed of light in air, the average speed in glass is
A. the same. B. greater. C. less. D. dependent on its brightness.
Which of the following is NOT something that is included on derivative maps?
a. landslide hazards zones b. depth to underground water c. areas susceptible to flooding d. seismic hazard zones e. All are included.